Commercial Estimator
at Hays
Greater Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -
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Description:
Opportunity to join one of South Australia’s leading organisations in structural steel and first fix carpentry
YOUR NEW COMPANY
Join one of South Australia’s leading organisations in structural steel and first fix carpentry, recognised in the industry for their relationships with quality contractors and excellence in delivery. This company is currently looking for a Commercial Estimator to join their team and increase their estimating team’s capability to deliver projects in their pipeline both locally and interstate.
With over two decades of successful operation in the Adelaide market, the company has built a reputation for its commitment to building excellence and customer satisfaction. Renowned for their professionalism and expertise in drafting, fabrication, paint, and erection processes, they have established strong partnerships within the construction industry.
Responsibilities:
YOUR NEW ROLE
As a commercial estimator, your duties and responsibilities will be:
- Reviewing and analysing project plans, drawings, specifications, and other documents to understand the scope of work and materials required
- Quantify the amount of structural steel and other materials needed for the project based on the plans and specifications (material take-offs)
- Cost estimation: Using the quantities obtained from the material take-offs, calculate the costs of materials, labour, equipment, and any other project expenses
- Labour and Equipment Costs: assessing the labour and equipment requirements for the project and determine associated costs, considering factors such as labour rates, productivity, and equipment rental costs
- Risk Assessment: evaluating potential risks and uncertainties associated with the project and may include contingencies in the estimate to account for unforeseen circumstances
- Preparation of Bid Proposals: Based on the cost estimate, preparing detailed bid proposals outlining the scope of work, pricing breakdown, and any other relevant information required for submitting bids to clients
- Collaborating with Project Teams, working closely with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure accurate and comprehensive estimates that meet project requirements and client expectations
- Cost Control and Value Engineering: Throughout the project lifecycle, provide input on cost-saving measures and value engineering alternatives to help optimise project costs without compromising quality or safety
- Liaising and negotiating with clients and customers
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously based on priority
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO NOW
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email stuart.howard@hays.com.au, if this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Having experience as a commercial structural steel estimator is essential
- Driving Licence
- Certificate IV Building and Construction (Estimating)
- Trade qualification or experience
- Exposure to the building / construction industry
- Experience reading and interpreting plans and working drawings
- High level of competency with MS Office Suite (particularly with MS Excel)
- Contract administration experienc
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Construction
Site Engineering / Project Management
Construction
Trade Certificate
Certificate iv building and construction (estimating)
Proficient
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Greater Adelaide SA, Australia